A short, sleek coat that is low maintenance, with a weekly groom and moderate shedding. Great Danes are kindly and friendly, well behaved with children and other pets, though supervision is recommended because of their size. They suit a house with a garden and are not a backyard dog.
| Adult weight, male | 54 to 79 kg |
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| Adult weight, female | 45 to 64 kg |
| Size | Giant, over 40 kg |
| Lifespan | 8 to 10 years |
| Coat | short, dense and sleek looking, never inclined to roughness |
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